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DATE, TIME, PLACE OF MEETING
The Calcasieu Parish School Board met in the Conference Room of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, located at 1732 Kirkman Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, on Tuesday, December 2, 2008, at 4:45 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Jimmy Pitre, President. The prayer was led by Bryan LaRocque. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Courtney Redmond, a senior at Sulphur High School.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called and the following members were present: Joe Andrepont, Annette Ballard, Dale Bernard, Randy Burleigh, Mack Dellafosse, Clara Duhon, Chad Guidry, Fred Hardy, Bill Jongbloed, James Karr, Bryan LaRocque, Jimmy Pitre, Elray Victorian, and R.L. Webb.
Billy Breaux was absent.
MINUTES APPROVED
On a motion by Mr. Karr, seconded by Mr. Victorian and unanimously carried, the Minutes of the regular meeting of November 5, 2008 were approved, as presented.
SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
On a motion by Mr. Dellafosse and seconded by Mr. Webb, the Supplemental Agenda was included as part of the regular agenda by unanimous vote.
American Cancer Society/ Relay for Life
Lindsay Ardoin, representing the American Cancer Society, presented certificates to representatives of the following schools for participating in the Relay for Life:
SJ Welsh Christian Athlete Club $498.47 (1st year) – Student Lance Hebert, Principal Sandra DeWitt
Vincent Settlement $2,257.55 an increase of $1,652.55 or 273% - Trudi Mays and Principal Jean Hernandez
Westlake High School Beta Club $1,188 – Robbie Guillory and Principal Lee Crick
DeQuincy High School $1,638.30 – Regina Davenport and Principal Craig Neal
DeQuincy Middle School $2,500 – Misty Whitman and Principal Billy Kellogg
4-H Junior Leaders of Calcasieu Parish $3,246 – 21 out of 56 teams! Anna Espey and Sponsor Helen Page
The following schools held fundraisers and donated the money to the Relay for Life event…. And/or participated the night of:
JJ Johnson $197.00 (1st year) – Principal Betty Sims
Vinton Elementary $197.11 – 2007-2008 Principal Molly Beard
Vinton Middle School $220.00 – Veronica Milton and Principal Stephen Hardy
Vinton High School Beta Club & Student Council $462.76 – Principal Mitch Manuel – Thank you for HOSTING the EVENT
Prien Lake Elementary $472.55 – Paula Bruchhaus and Principal Irene Greathouse
W. T. Henning $609.50 (1st year) – Principal Greg Whiteard
SP Arnett $1,176.56 an increase of $362.34 – Principal Mr. Vance Richmond
St. John Elementary $1,206.54 (1st year) – Dawn Latta and Principal Sabrah Kingham
Nelson Elementary $1,245.11 (1st year) – Terri Louviere and Principal Jacqueline Smith
Maplewood Elementary/Junior High $2,027.79 – Principal Margaret Goode
David Buller, Administrative Director of High Schools, presented Mary McMahon, a recent inductee into the Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame. She is a teacher at Starks High School.
Jimmy Meaux, representing 4-H, thanked the Board for their support for 4-H and presented the following students; each gave a brief report to the Board regarding their project work and what 4-H has meant to them:
Kane Vest from Bell City, John LeJeune from Sulphur, and Mallory Nicholson from SJ Welsh.
Louisiana Middle School Counselor of the Year
James Powers, Consultant for Counselors and Tech Prep, introduced Raedonna Person, Counselor at St. John Elementary School and President of the Calcasieu School Counselor’s Association.
Mrs. Person presented Judy Antoine, Counselor at Oak Park Middle School, as the recipient of the 2008 Louisiana Middle School Counselor of the Year award. Martin Guillory, Principal of Oak Park Middle School, was introduced to the Board. Mr. Powers announced that three Calcasieu Parish counselors were recently nationally certified. These are: Kathy Smith of Prien Lake Elementary; Dani O’Quinn of Moss Bluff Elementary; Raedonna Person of St. John Elementary.
PERSONNEL PACKET/EXECUTIVE SESSION
On a motion by Mr. LaRocque and seconded by Mrs. Duhon, the Board adjourned into Executive Session at 5:19 p.m. Regular Session resumed at 6:03 p.m.
PERSONNEL PACKET/TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
Mr. Anderson asked for a motion supporting the recommendations, as listed in the personnel packet. On a motion by Mr. LaRocque and seconded by Mr. Dellafosse, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson asked for a motion supporting the recommendation of Dale Dardeau as Assistant Principal at Starks High School. On a motion by Mr. Karr and seconded by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson asked for a motion to add to the packet a recommendation supporting the request by Scott Nunez, Assistant Principal of Bell City High School, to rescind his professional development leave effective December 3, 2008. On a motion by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson asked for a motion supporting the recommendation of Victoria Hand as High School Math Consultant. On a motion by Mr. Burleigh and seconded by Mr. Jongbloed, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson asked for a motion to add to the packet the retirement of Jean Hernandez as Principal of Vincent Settlement Elementary, effective January 27, 2009. He also asked permission to advertise for her position. On a motion by Mr. Guidry and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
Mr. Webb made a motion that the Calcasieu Parish School Board settle the Worker Compensation Claim #08610040. With a second to the motion by Mr. Hardy, the motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Employee Benefits Committee November 13, 2008/Billy Breaux, Chair
In the absence of Mr. Breaux, Mr. Bernard gave the following report from the meeting of November 13, 2008:
Ron Hayes, Risk Manager, CPSB, introduced Kathy Sonnier, Account Executive, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana, who presented the CPSS group health insurance plan’s mid-year review. Ms. Sonnier presented a power point presentation highlighting the plan’s claim review from May 2007 thru October 2008; how utilization of the plan has tracked during that time frame; and trend analysis. Ms. Sonnier noted that paid claims May 07 – October 08 were $454,148 higher than May 06 – October 07 claims. The CPSS group health plan membership increased by 232 members over the same time frame last year. The average net claims paid per member per month increased to $266.55 during the first six months of the current plan year. This was an increase of $1.64 per claim over last year.
Ms. Sonnier presented a break down of medical claims by dollar range which listed the biggest percentage of claims occurred in the $5,001 to $10,000 range with 791 claimants filing claims totaling $5,512,947 from 1/07 – 12/07. This amount represented 17.84% of $30,909,638 paid in claims during 2007. Ms. Sonnier presented current trend information documenting a 9.1% trend when comparing current paid claims with prior year’s paid claims.
Finally, Ms. Sonnier shared with the committee information for all participants on the CPSB group health insurance plan. She explained that the average age of our members was 45 years old, 63.6% were female; average age of retiree was 68 years old, with 68.7% female.
A brief discussion followed the BCBS presentation with Ms. Suzanne Heath requesting information on utilization of employee’s assistance program. Mr. Hayes said he would invite a representative of Solution’s Employee Assistance Program to address the committee at its next meeting regarding utilization of the CPSB’s employee assistance program.
This information was for information only and there was no Board action necessary.
Curriculum and Instruction Committee November 18, 2008/Annette Ballard, Chair
Mrs. Ballard gave the following report from the meeting of November 18, 2008:
2009-2010 SCHOOL AND ADMINISTRATIVE CALENDAR
(The calendars are available for review at 1724 Kirkman and on the Calcasieu Parish Website)
Mr. Miller explained the necessity of moving spring break from Easter to Mardi Gras because of the way testing dates fall during the 2009-2010 school year. Increasing the daily minutes from 370 to 380 will allow for six banked days. Students will not attend school on Memorial Day since report cards are mailed on that day.
Motion was made by Mr. Breaux, seconded by Mr. Victorian, to accept the 2009-2010 School and Administrative Calendars, as presented. The motion carried.
On behalf of the committee, Mrs. Ballard made a motion to accept the committee recommendation. A second was not needed, but before the vote, the following asked to address the Board and discussion followed:
Jean Johnson, President of CFT, spoke to the Board asking that they not approve the 2009-2010 calendar, as presented. She said that the teachers she has talked with would prefer the regular two day Mardi Gras break and the whole week before Easter, as it is a family time.
Ms. Hughes, a CPSB Special Education Teacher, spoke to the Board in opposition to the calendar, as presented.
Mr. Leo Miller, Assistant Superintendent, told everyone that there was a calendar committee that worked on this calendar. Consideration is for what is best for students and then what is best for instruction and academics. The calendar has to have 182 days, with 174 of those for instruction. The 2009-2010 year will have an added ten minutes to each day, for “bank” days and for recess in elementary schools. The State Department of Education set the testing week for the week after Easter for 2010, so other options had to be considered for days off.
He said that all of the teachers he has talked to are against taking the week off before Easter, as that would have the students out of the classroom the week before testing. He said that the option of taking the week after testing as a vacation week is not a good option, as the schools will still be working to complete the testing information and it is too close to the week of finals for high school students.
Dr. Mary Lou Caldarera, Supervisor of Assessment, said that there is continuous testing during April. She said that the counselors need the time before testing to prepare the testing materials and being closed the week before testing will affect their preparedness. She said she is in agreement with Mr. Miller regarding the calendar.
Mr. Victorian said he felt that it would be a test security issue to have the tests on site the week before testing and the schools closed.
Mr. Webb asked if a week in March could be considered. Mr. Miller said that he and the committee feel that the calendar, as presented, is what is best for the students.
Mr. Andrepont asked if students could leave each day after the tests are completed. Dr. Caldarera said that some of the students take the entire day to take the tests and that extended time is given to special education students. Mr. Andrepont asked if the Superintendent’s Association could let the State Department know that testing during Easter week is a problem. Mr. Savoy replied that they had asked that testing be later in the year, but they were told there is not enough “turn around” time for scoring the tests by summer school.
Mr. Burleigh made a motion to amend the proposal brought by committee and recommend that the Mardi Gras holiday be Monday and Tuesday (February 15 and 16, 2010) and the Easter holiday be Good Friday (April 2, 2010), then Spring Break be the week after testing (April 19-23, 2010.) Mrs. Duhon seconded the motion.
Mr. Burleigh said he knew this added a day off, so suggested that school start one day earlier or use one of the built in extra days. He said he had a number of teachers and administrators contact him regarding this 2010 calendar and that is why he proposed amending it. He said he fully backed Mr. Miller and Dr. Caldarera and his amendment was not against them.
Dr. Caldarera said that field testing (new items added to Leap, ILeap and Gee tests throughout the state) might occur that week of April 19, 2010, but at this time she did not have the schedule for field testing and did not know the exact dates for that at this time. Field testing dates are mandated by the State and there is no flexibility on that.
Mr. Savoy said that we can come back to this after we learn the exact time of field testing and the calendar can be decided on now, knowing that we can come back with more discussion when the field testing information is known.
Mr. Dellafosse agreed, saying that the calendar can be adopted at this time and amended later, if the Board chooses.
Mr. Jongbloed said that no matter what decision is made, there will be people that are not happy. He said that Mr. Miller and Dr. Caldarera deal with these testing issues and he questioned why the Board was questioning this at all.
Mr. Pitre said he supported the original calendar, as he believed that Mr. Miller and his committee had discussed all of these ideas before this calendar was brought to the Board.
Mr. Karr said he had received many emails regarding the calendar and this was a tough decision.
Mr. Hardy said he supported a longer stretch of instructional time before testing, instead of breaking it up in March or the week before testing.
On a vote on the amendment: For: Mr. Guidry, Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Burleigh, Mr. Hardy, Mr. Karr, Mr. Webb, Mrs. Duhon
Against: Mrs. Ballard, Mr. Bernard, Mr. Jongbloed, Mr. Pitre, Mr. Dellafosse, Mr. Victorian, Mr. LaRocque
The motion for the amendment failed on the tie vote.
On the original motion to accept the staff recommendation to accept the 2009-2010 calendar, Mrs. Ballard made the motion to accept and a second was not needed. On a vote:
For: Mrs. Ballard, Mr. Bernard, Mr. Jongbloed, Mr. Victorian, Mr. LaRocque, Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Guidry, Mr. Dellafosse
Against: Mrs. Duhon, Mr. Hardy, Mr. Webb, Mr. Burleigh, Mr. Karr
President Pitre did not vote. The motion carried to accept the calendar.
GRAMMAR TESTBOOK ADOPTION COMMITTEES – MIDDLE SCHOOL (6-8) AND HIGH SCHOOL (9-12) Motion was made by Mr. Dellafosse, seconded by Mr. LaRocque, to accept the Grammar Textbook Adoption Committees for Middle (6-8) and High School (9-12) as presented. The motion carried.
TEST SCORES FROM SUMMER ELEMENTARY ACADEMY PILOT AT BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY AND J. J. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Dr. Mary Lou Caldarera, Assessment Supervisor for Calcasieu Parish Schools, stated that Scantron was unable to measure the effectiveness of the program because of the small sample size and the difficulty of administering the pre- and post-test to all the students as well as the fact that at least 12 weeks were needed to show growth rather than the 19 days of actual student instruction. Scantron suggested acquiring a larger sample size, implementing a research design that would enable inferences about the value of the program and using a single form of the test for the pre and post assessments. When questioned about how the students who attended the summer pilot were doing this school year, Brent Washington, Principal of Brentwood, stated that there is an improvement in behavior, reading ability, and attendance. He said both the teachers and students are now engaged in the learning process and realize that school can be fun. Expectations have also changed. In planning for the 2009 summer program, Mr. Washington said he would start recruiting students earlier and hopefully have a research-based program in place for pre- and post-tests. Dr. Caldarera said we could follow these students longitudinally by tagging and tracking them.
This item was for information only.
SCANTRON REPORT Dr. Caldarera stated that there was a need for teachers to know where to begin teaching students from the first day of school—what GLE’s each student needs. A tool was needed to compare across time. Scantron offers two complementary assessment applications. The Performance Series test is an online norm referenced test tied to Louisiana Standards / GLE’s. This test is used as a pre- and post-test to show student progress during the school year and measures growth across grade levels. It adapts to student ability. Immediate test results are online for teachers’ easy access. The Achievement Series test is a paper and pencil criterion referenced test based on Louisiana Standards / GLE’s designed to show progress towards state testing. Instant results are obtained through the use of scanned answer sheets. The Achievement Series tests are administered and interpreted in October and January. Regular education showed a marked improvement in the pre- and post-test scores in ELA and math. According to Scantron, there is a very strong predictive relationship between students’ performance on spring state tests and their fall performance series score across all grade levels. A question was raised about the difference between Dibels and Scantron. Dibels is state-mandated for grades K-3. Scantron starts at the 3rd grade and goes through the 12th grade. In order to help teachers, trainings showing how the benchmark tests fit into the comprehensive curriculum are scheduled. Scantron results together with curriculum are helping to develop best practices. Also, detailed information helps Special Education teachers write IEP’s.
This item was for information only.
BLENDING HIGH SCHOOL REDESIGN WITH ACCOUNTABILITY AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT Pat Deaville, Director of High School Curriculum, stated that there are three tools used to inform the public of how high schools are doing. Accountability is the government’s attempt to measure a student’s proficiency in ELA and math. High School Redesign deals with adjusting what and how to teach for the 21st century and has to do with good decision making. Workforce Development helps identify and target the skills needed for the 21st century in the workplace and in postsecondary institutions. Knowing how to connect these three tools is the key. They work together by focusing on postsecondary and workforce needs, adjusting curriculum and instruction using good decision making, and then using accountability to measure progress.
High School Performance Scores are derived from 70% test scores, which measures proficiency in ELA and math, and 30% Graduation Index. Points for testing in core subjects are determined as follows: Unsatisfactory – 0 points, Approaching Basic – 50 points, Basic – 100 points, Mastery – 150 points, and Advanced – 200 points. The Graduation Index measures readiness for postsecondary education and the workforce and may be the single most powerful tool to help change schools in Louisiana. Graduation Index points are determined as follows: 0 points for dropouts, 30 points for attenders (4 years without completion), 60 points for certificate (Skills and Achievement), 90 points for GED, 120 points for diploma (4 years), 140 points for diploma plus Industrial Based Certification or Tops Tech, 160 points for diploma plus TOPS or CTE Endorsement, and 180 points for diploma plus Academic Endorsement. The goal for 2014 is 120 points and Calcasieu Parish has already surpassed that goal.
Calcasieu Parish high schools have increased composite GEE scores, composite iLEAP scores, and ELA and math proficiencies. Increased also are Calcasieu Parish Graduation Index components such as percentage of graduates and GED graduates as well as the number obtaining certifications and endorsements. The dropout percentage and percentage of seniors not completing during the senior year has decreased. Several redesign initiative have contributed to this success.
A four year cohort study of 2007 and 2008 graduates indicated significant improvement in the graduation index score—124.0 in 2008, up from 113.1 in 2007; four year cohort dropout—8.5% in 2008, down from 12.8% in 2007; annual dropout—2.1% in 2008, down from 3.2% in 2007; senior failures—3.6% in 2008, down from 5.5% in 2007; four year completer (diploma/GED/certificate)—87.9%, up from 81.7% in 2007; and four year diploma plus extra credentials—50.7% in 2008, up from 41.3% in 2007. Of the 13 largest school districts in Louisiana, Calcasieu takes the lead in four year cohort graduation rates by scoring 80.40% compared to the state average of 65.90%.
Career and Technical Education offers 122 different course offerings and has a total student enrollment of 7,457. Twenty-seven different Industry Based Certifications are offered which could provide 20 extra points on the graduation index. Calcasieu Parish has the highest percentage of students earning a GED of any district in the state. The Construction Zone offers 32 different areas in the trades industry. Projected course expansions will lead to more IBC and more job readiness.
This item was for information only.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
A. Resolution Adopting the CPSB Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery Program Architectural and Engineering Selection Criteria; Appoint of Selection Review Committee (Revised)
All responses to “Solicitations for Statements of Qualifications” issued under the Calcasieu Parish School Board CDBG-Disaster Recovery Program/Public Primary and Secondary Education Program will be evaluated according to the following criteria and corresponding point system. The responses will be initially evaluated on the basis of written materials.
The selection of finalists to be interviewed will be based on an evaluation of the written responses. The award will be made to the most qualified offeror whose qualification statement is deemed most advantageous to the Calcasieu Parish School Board, all factors considered.
In the event of a tie, the firm/individual that has the most knowledge of the specific problem associated with the proposed project will be chosen; such knowledge must have been obtained by previous experience with the Calcasieu Parish School Board regarding the affected infrastructure. Unsuccessful offerors will be notified as soon as possible.
Selection Criteria:
l. Specialized experience of the firm/individual with this type of construction project during the past six calendar years: 10-30 points 2. Capacity to Perform: 5-20 points 3. Familiarity with the Project: 0-30 points 4. Past Record of Performance of the firm/individual with respect to such factors as costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules: 5-20 points 5. Minority or Female-Owned Firm: 0-1 points 6. Section 3 Business Concerns: 0-1 points
Total Possible Points: 102 points
On a motion to accept by Mr. Karr and seconded by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried. SEQ CHAPTER \h \r 1
B. Request for Barbe High School Cheerleaders to Participate in 2009 “Contest of Champions” in Orlando, Florida
On a motion to approve by Mr. Dellafosse and seconded by Mrs. Ballard, the motion carried.
C. Election of CPSB Officers for 2009
Mr. Bernard made a motion to open the nominations and nominated Mr. Victorian for President, with a second by Mrs. Ballard. Mrs. Duhon made a motion to close the nominations. On a vote for Mr. Victorian as President, there was no opposition.
Mr. Karr nominated Mr. Andrepont as Vice-President, with a second by Mr. Burleigh. Mr. Bernard nominated Mr. Jongbloed as Vice-President, with a second by Mr. Dellafosse. Mr. Jongbloed declined the nomination and said that he supported Mr. Andrepont and if the occasion would arise next year, he would be interested. Mr. Bernard withdrew the motion. Mrs. Duhon moved to close the nominations. On a vote for Mr. Andrepont as Vice-President, there was no opposition.
BID REPORTS
(NONE)
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
A. Proposals for Independent Financial and Operational Audit for Fiscal Years Ending June 30, 2009, 2010, and 2011
On a motion to approve by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
B. New Band/Choral and Bus Canopy Drive Improvements at Maplewood Middle School
On a motion to approve by Mr. Burleigh and seconded by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Change Order Number One (1) for the Project “Phase 1-Parking Lot Additions Maplewood Middle School,” Project Number EA2007-1; Bid Number 2008- 11PC; District #23 Bond Funds; Ellender Architects & Associates, LLC, Designer; James H. Fontenot Construction, Contractor; Increase of $5,078.00 and Increase of Five (5) Calendar Days.
On a motion to accept by Mr. Burleigh and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
Change Order Number One (1) for the Project “Phase 1-Alonzo LeBlanc Middle School and Drost School for Exceptional Children, Additions and Renovations,” Project Number EA 2007-21; District #30 Bond Funds; Ellender Architects & Associates, LLC, Designer; Pat Williams Construction, Inc., Contractor; Increase of $203,588.45 and Increase of Sixty (60) Days.
On a motion to accept by Mr. Burleigh and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
Change Order Number Eight (8) for the Project “CPSB Relocation Phase II,” Project Number 0603-II; Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Bid Number 2008- 01PC; Randy Goodloe, AIA, Architect; Alfred Palma, LLC, Contractor; Increase of $209,063.00 and Increase of Forty Six (46) Days.
On a motion to accept by Mr. Burleigh and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
Change Order for the Project, “Sam Houston High School- Phase II, Classroom and Science Lab Addition to Main Building,” Sales Tax District #3, Bid #2007-11PC; Decrease of $6,427.14; Moss Architects, Inc., Designer; Miller & Associates Dev. Co., Inc., Contractor.
On a motion to accept by Mr. LaRocque and seconded by Mr. Bernard, the motion carried.
Recommendation of Acceptance for the Project, “Sam Houston High School, Phase II, Classroom & Science Lab Addition to Main Building ,” Sales Tax District #3, Bid # 2007-11PC; Moss Architects, Inc., Miller & Associates.
On a motion to accept by Mr. LaRocque and seconded by Mr. Bernard, the motion carried.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Mr. Savoy asked that the Board consider changing the January meeting date from January 6, 2009 to January 13, 2009. On a motion by Mr. Andrepont and seconded by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
Mr. Savoy handed out certificates to the members who attended the LSBA Governance and Ethics Workshop. This certifies that they have completed the required four hours of training for 2009, according to ACT 380.These were:
Mrs. Ballard Mr. Jongbloed Mrs. Duhon Mr. Pitre
Mr. Andrepont asked that Mr. Savoy check to see if the Team Building sessions could be counted as hours for the requirement. Mr. Pitre said that he had asked about it and LSBA is very strict about it and numerous requests had been turned down. He said the LSBA conference that will be held in Lake Charles in 2009 will have meetings available to earn the four hours.
Mr. Savoy told the Board that a company, Ross Flags and Design, had donated a Dr. Martin Luther King flag/banner to every school in Calcasieu Parish, so that they would have them available for decorating during Black History Month. This is the same flag that is flying at the Dr. Martin Luther King Center. The flags/banners were presented by Kevin and Charles Ross and Tyler Williams, representing Jeff Davis Bank.
CONDOLENCES AND RECOGNITIONS
Mr. Hardy asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Carleton Brouhard.
Mr. Webb asked for a letters of condolence to the family of Fanny Miller and to the family of Byron Shirey.
Mrs. Duhon wished the entire Board a Merry Christmas and said that she was celebrating her 46th wedding anniversary on December 29.
Mrs. Ballard wished Ron Hayes and his wife a Happy Anniversary.
Mr. Bernard asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Dr. Robert Morris.
Mr. Guidry and Mr. Hardy asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Bobby Jean LeBouf.
Mr. Andrepont asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Frankie Jernigan. He also wanted a letter sent to Beth Fraser, Principal of Barbe High School, for the hospitality shown during the play off game at Barbe. He asked for a letter of thanks to Mrs. Beloney and her staff for the Christmas dinner.
Mr. Burleigh wanted a letter sent to Coach Shaver and Principal Fraser at Barbe, congratulating them on the Barbe football season.
Mr. Karr commended Mr. Pitre for his year serving as President of the Calcasieu Parish School Board.
Mr. LaRocque said he “echoed” what Mr. Karr said about Mr. Pitre and he also wanted to thank Mrs. Beloney for the dinner. He asked for a letter of commendation to Orin Lockhart, the quarterback at Sam Houston High School.
Mr. Pitre also asked for a letter to thank Mrs. Beloney for the dinner. He said he had enjoyed his year as President and thanked the Board. He asked for a letter of commendation to the Barbe Baseball Team, for their community projects. Mr. Hardy, Mr. Jongbloed, and Mr. Andrepont said they knew of these projects and were very impressed with the contribution to these projects by all of the players, the coaches, and the wives of the coaches.
Mr. Pitre congratulated the Westlake Ram Football Team for their successful football seasons for the last two years.
Mr. Hardy asked if the condolences and recognitions could be included on the official website.
SCHEDULE COMMITTEES
A&P Committee, December 16, 2008, 4:45 p.m. C&I Committee, January 20, 2009, 4:45 p.m.
COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Webb wanted PBIS to be discussed at the next C&I meeting. He wanted the discipline procedures for cell phone infractions to be discussed at the next A&P Committee.
Mr. Dellafosse asked if all requested agenda items could be put into a page in the Agenda Book, with an order of importance or priority.
Mr. Victorian asked that the A&P Committee discuss the difference in how certified teachers and non-certified teachers are treated regarding school transfers.
Mr. Hardy said that for the last two years he has asked that magnet schools be discussed and he has tried to get things on the agenda and has been very disheartened.
Mr. Pitre asked Mr. Bruchhaus, CFO, how lower sales tax collections and current recession have impacted our budget. Mr. Bruchhaus said that there will be impact and staff has begun the review process.
At 7:55 p.m. a motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Victorian. The motion carried.
________________________ ___________________________ James Pitre, President Wayne Savoy, Secretary
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